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Propulsion Engineer

Job Code 3820

Assigned Aurora Location Luzern, CH

Locations Lucerne, CH

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Propulsion Engineer

Position Overview

At Aurora Flight Sciences, we design, build, and fly advanced aircraft and enabling technologies from concept to reality. We are searching for a talented and self-motivated Propulsion Engineer to help us create the future of flight. Responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following:

Responsibilities

This position includes the opportunity to lead development, research, analysis and integration of propulsion systems on advanced aircrafts ranging from small unmanned aerial systems to large commercial transports. The successful candidate will support new and ongoing programs concerned with the design of highly integrated air vehicle propulsion systems.

-Leads the design, analysis, test and integration of propulsion systems and propulsion system components, including but not limited to engines (turbine and/or internal combustion engines), propellers, fans, nacelles, auxiliary power units, fuel systems, cooling systems, oil systems, and other propulsion-related systems.

-Leads development of concepts for future propulsion systems to meet anticipated requirements, including hybrid-electric power and propulsion systems for manned and unmanned aerial vehicles.

-Leads definition of requirements for propulsion systems, auxiliary power systems and vehicle fuel systems.

-Manages functional and physical interfaces between the propulsion system and the vehicle, including avionics, electrical power generation/distribution, mechanical, and airframe.

-Performs analysis, modeling, and simulation to support propulsion system performance verification.

-Leads execution of propulsion-related testing, including generating test plans and procedures, test execution and analysis of test results.

-Communicates information about power and propulsion system design, requirements, and performance between the design team, management, customer, subcontractors, and vendors

Minimum Requirements

-Must be eligible to work in Switzerland: should be an EU/EFTA national with a valid passport to enable work permit application. Candidates should expect to relocate to Switzerland if not already based here.

-Minimum of Bachelor degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering (or related STEM discipline).

-7+ years of relevant experience (or equivalent combination of technical education and experience).

-Demonstrated expertise in aerospace propulsion systems.

-Excellent written and verbal communication skills in the English Language.

-This position requires travel of up to 10% of their work time to Europe or US depending on the needs of the business.

-This position requires co-ordination with global teams and time flexibility may occasionally in be required to work non-business hours order to support various team activities. experiments (testing, experiments, demonstration, or other activities) as well as travel to customer sites.

Preferred Requirements

-Demonstrable leadership experience on working with a cross-functional teams. Leadership experience good to have.

-Experience with engine-airframe integration, fuel systems, and power generation systems.

-Experience leading aerospace propulsion system development, from conceptual design through production.

-Experience with business capture and early concept development for propulsion systems.

-Systems engineering experience with powerplant design and system safety assessments, failure hazard analysis, and certification and test plans.

-System architectures design and performance analysis.

-System component requirements definition, design, and development.

-Experience with electric and hybrid-electric propulsion systems.

-Experience with propulsion system test planning, setup, and execution.

-Experience using CAD systems (CATIA preferred)

Physical Requirements

none

Salary Range (Annualized USD)

• Minimum Range: $ to $

• Maximum Range: $ to $

  Aurora Company Overview Aurora Flight Sciences, a Boeing Company, is a leader in the development and manufacturing of advanced unmanned systems and aerospace vehicles. Our mission is to apply autonomy and robotics to the development, production, and operation of advanced aircraft. During the last three decades, Aurora has designed, rapid-prototyped, and flown an average of one new vehicle a year for both government and commercial customers. Now, as an independent subsidiary of Boeing, Aurora’s innovation is combined with Boeing’s size and strength, creating an unprecedented opportunity to shape the future of aerospace systems.

  Equal Opportunity Employer Aurora Flight Sciences, A Boeing Company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

  Aurora Total Rewards At Aurora Flight Sciences, a Boeing Company, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. Aurora Flight Sciences provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location and date of hire. Please note that the salary information shown is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.